Recipes
Greek Salad With Chicken
GREEK SALAD WITH CHICKEN
Light and lively, this salad is made with some of the season's tastiest offerings.
TOTAL TIME: 20 Minutes
MAKES: 2 Large salads
Chicken and Salad:
4 (6-ounce) chicken cutlets
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
1 cup chopped cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes, sliced
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped olives
Chopped fresh dill (optional)
Pita chips (for serving)
Dressing:
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon honey or sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Preparation and Cooking:
1. In a bowl, toss chicken with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, salt, minced garlic, oregano and sesame seeds. Heat remaining tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over high heat; sear chicken (about 2 to 3 minutes per side). Transfer chicken to a plate; allow to rest 5 minutes.
2. Place lettuce in a large mixing bowl; add cucumber, tomatoes, feta and olives. Set aside.
3. Dressing: In a small jar, combine all dressing ingredients. Cover with an air-tight lid; shake until smooth. Add dressing to salad; toss gently.
4. Divide salad into two bowls. Top with chicken, fresh dill, if desired, and pita chips.
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